Are you looking for a new role that gets you out and about? South West Water is looking for a Meter Reader to be part of our dedicated team based in North Cornwall. You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis, on a salary of £25,274 per annum plus a range of excellent company benefits and support.
About the role:
As a Meter Reader for South West Water you'll be out reading customer water meters across our service area to help ensure we deliver accurate customer billing. Your primary area will be along the north coast, so ideal for anyone living between Wadebridge, Bodmin, Launceston and Camelford.
What you’ll be doing:
* Accurately record and report water meter readings across our service area
* Deliver great customer service for both Household and Non-Household customers
* Optimise your time, routes, and mileage - local knowledge area of the area helps!
* Complete scheduled and unscheduled meter readings to meet your targets
* Report faulty meters for repair, meters not set up on the system, and suspected meter fraud cases for investigation
* Communicate well with all customers and colleagues
* Make sure company van and equipment are all up together and in good working order
* Always prioritise Health and Safety and follow our Home Safe guidance & procedures
What we are looking for:
* A full UK driving licence
* Confident and experienced with interacting with customers face to face
* Ability to deliver targets and goals
* Comfortable with lone working - in all weather conditions
* Basic computer skills for accurately reporting meter readings
What's in it for you:
* We know that the support and commitment of our staff is key to our success so you will receive the opportunity for ongoing development and training for a long-term career with us. We’re one of the largest companies in the South West and are proud to have been awarded Investors in People recognition.
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* In return, we offer an excellent range of benefits including:
* Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
* A discretionary Bonus
* Competitive Contributory Pension
* Share-save Scheme
* Various health benefits
* Wellbeing support programmes
* A range of Group Discounts
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Financial support services
* And plenty more!
Closing Date: 2nd November 2025
If you are looking for a new challenge, please click apply now to be considered as our Meter Reader - we look forward to receiving your application. As your primary area will be along the north coast, this role wouldn't be suitable for anyone living South or West of Bodmin